3.1.4. Spatial Equilibrium Theory

Spatial equilibrium is a spatial "Pareto efficiency" state based on the coordination of the population, economy, resources, and environment [59]. State equilibrium considers not only economic development (that is, the development of production space), but also the development of living space and ecological space, as well as the spatial allocation of land resources in the region. On the one hand, the balanced development of PLES should optimize the allocation of various elements; give full play to the potential and advantages of various spaces; and, at the same time, make the social, economic, resource, environmental, and other elements harmonious and orderly, in order to maximize the overall benefits.
